20 things to do in metro Detroit this weekend (Dec. 8-10)

By Layla McMurtrie on Tue, Dec 5, 2023 at 9:54 am

This weekend has got a mix of chill stuff going on. You can get lit with your friends to various music in a club setting, see a holiday performance with the fam, or help raise money for local people and businesses. If you really want a fun-packed weekend, there’s definitely time to do all three.

If you’re looking for even more to do every day of the week, visit the Metro Times events calendar, which is free to use if you have something planned that you’d like to advertise to Metro Times readers.

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A Magical Cirque Christmas

When: Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Fox Theatre
What: A holiday performance
Who: Dancers and performers
Why: Enjoy a family-friendly show to get you in the holiday spirit.

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Facebook, Green Brain Comics

Girl Party - Holiday Edition

When: Dec. 8 from 7-9 p.m.
Where: Green Brain Comics, Dearborn
What: A night of comics and shopping
Who: Green Brain Comics
Why: The event will feature tarot readings, games, door prizes, goodie bags, a hot cocoa bar, and snacks. All customers will get 10% off their purchase during the party.

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FOOL HOUSE - The Ultimate 90's Dance Party

When: Dec. 8 at 7 p.m.
Where: District 142, Wyandotte
What: A dance party
Who: Fool House
Why: The event will feature music of NSYNC, Spice Girls, Backstreet Boys, Nelly, Britney Spears, Blink-182, and TLC.

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Facebook, Bowlero Lanes & Lounge

DISCO LOUNGE

When: Dec. 8 from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: Bowlero, Royal Oak
What: A disco club experience
Who: DJ Eric Kacir
Why: Dance all night to an all-vinyl tribute to the club era with 70s disco. There will also be open bowling and pinball.

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Funky House Friday

When: Dec. 8 from 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Big Pink
What: A house music night
Who: Sounds by Silly Girl Carmen, Slimey, and DJ Righteous
Why: Enjoy a night of house music played by local DJs.

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Facebook, Willis Show Bar

AFROSOUL - The Black Gatsby Holiday Party

When: Dec. 8 from 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Willis Show Bar
What: A holiday party
Who: Sounds by Jamaal Abiade with performances by Dot NG and Miss Christyana
Why: Get in the groove with Afrobeats, R&B, and Amapiano all night long.

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Facebook, Ford House

Storytime with Santa

When: Dec. 9 from 9:30 a.m.-noon
Where: The Community House, Birmingham
What: A storytime with Santa Claus
Who: Santa and local families
Why: Children can listen to a story read by Santa, plus enjoy hot chocolate and cookies.

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Facebook, City Bird

City Bird 14th anniversary

When: Dec. 9 from noon-4 p.m.
Where: City Bird
What: A celebration
Who: City Bird and community members
Why: An afternoon of refreshments, prizes, and Christmas music.

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Facebook, Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan

Industry Club Showcase and Runway Fashion Show

When: Dec. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Where: New Lab @ Michigan Central
What: A fashion show
Who: Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan
Why: Enjoy complimentary snacks and mocktails, plus explore Industry Club exhibits showcasing youth talent with an exclusive reveal of the Detroit Makers Market Spring Fashion Line.

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Creepy Cheapy Holiday Treat

When: Dec. 9 at 8 p.m.
Where: The Crofoot, Pontiac
What: A Christmas costume party
Who: Strangers Unlimited
Why: There will be a throwback dance party, plus cocktails, photos with Santa Claus, a cookie-eating contest, and other treats.

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Emo Night Brooklyn

When: Dec. 9 at 9 p.m.
Where: Saint Andrew’s Hall
What: An emo music night
Who: Emo Night Brooklyn
Why: Enjoy a pop-punk/emo DJ event curated by event company Emo Night Brooklyn.

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ROY WOODS ME & U TOUR

When: Dec. 9 at 7 p.m.
Where: Magic Stick
What: A concert
Who: Roy Woods
Why: A stop on the artist’s current tour.

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The Hip Hop Nutcracker

When: Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Where:Fisher Theatre
What: A spin on the Christmas classic
Who: A dozen dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow.
Why: See a reimagined version of “The Nutcracker” transforming classic songs using fun hip-hop beats.

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Gold Standard

When: Dec. 9 from 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Spot Lite
What: A night of beats and vibes
Who: BLAAQGOLD and special guest
Why: Get lit with friends at a great local venue with music by local DJs.

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Drake vs. Future

When: Dec. 9 from 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Big Pink
What: A night for the Drake and Future fans
Who: Sounds by Courtt Denise, Munch, and Wrckles
Why: Hear tracks all night from the catalogs of hit rappers Drake and Future.

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Wonderland: An Enchanted Winter Market

When: Dec. 10 at noon
Where: Tangent Gallery
What: A magical holiday market
Who: Local artists and merchants, tarot readers, and metaphysical workers.
Why: To help you tune into your inner magic and find perfect gifts for the holidays. The event will also feature magical winter craft stations for kids of all ages, a selection of roaming performers, and several classes.

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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

When: Dec. 10 at noon, 4 p.m., and 8 p.m.
Where: Fox Theatre
What: A colorful Christmas performance
Who: Dancers and performers
Why: To enjoy a holiday show with the family.

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Instagram, @moondogdetroit

Music Gear & Records Sale

When: Dec. 10 from 3-6 p.m.
Where: Motor City Street Dance Academy
What: A fundraiser
Who: Moondog Cafe’s team
Why: To raise money for Moondog Cafe, which will be a new music venue, coffee shop, and listening club in Detroit’s Wildemere Park neighborhood, set to open in late January.

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Amped up for Amp

When: Dec. 10 at 6 p.m.
Where: Spot Lite
What: A music show and fundraiser
Who: Monica Blaire, R&B songwriters Bevlove and Britney Stoney, regular Spot Lite selectors Vincent Patricola and Mike Clark, and curator Dez Andrés
Why: To raise money for Detroit funkmeister Joseph “Amp” Fiddler’s medical costs.

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Doja Cat’s “The Scarlet Tour”

When: Dec. 10 at 7 p.m.
Where: Little Caesars Arena
What: A concert
Who: Doja Cat and Ice Spice
Why: A stop on Doja Cat’s current tour for her recently released album Scarlet.

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